On the cozy bed, a fierce competition for Gwendolyn’s attention erupted between the two little ones.

Zendaya and Benedict both vied for the prime spot next to their beloved mother, even tussling to snuggle up to her.

Benedict, being the more mature and sensible older brother, eventually conceded defeat.

He graciously shifted his little pillow next to Cedrick’s.

After a good half-hour of chaos, the family finally settled down, ready to drift off into dreamland.

Little did they suspect that as soon as the lights went out, a tiny voice belonging to Zendaya pierced the darkness.

“Mommy, my heart is racing like crazy. I just can’t fall asleep,” Zendaya whimpered, her voice carrying a tinge of desperation.

Cedrick, his voice laced with lazy amusement, chimed in. “Zendy, you were sprinting like a cheetah before bedtime. It’s no wonder you’re all wound up.”

Gwendolyn remained silent.

While Zendaya struggled to find sleep, Benedict desperately needed it.

Gwendolyn could see the exhaustion etched on his face. After spending hours in the lab receiving treatments, Benedict deserved a restful night at home.

While she was pondering a solution, Cedrick proposed one. “What if your mommy tells you both a bedtime story?”

Zendaya perked up. “Yes, please!”

Benedict rolled his eyes. “That’s boring.”

Cedrick had a secret agenda. He was hoping that exposing Benedict to more fairy tales and their enchanting lessons might soften his precocious and adult-like demeanor.

He insisted, “Benny, you’ve never experienced your mommy’s storytelling, have you? Consider it a new experience, and it’ll also help soothe Zendy to sleep.”

Benedict grudgingly shifted his position, tucking his arms in. “Whatever. Girls are so troublesome. Even when it comes to bedtime, they want attention before they’re willing to sleep.”

her big brother’s

I’m not being troublesome. Just give Mommy’s stories a chance. They’re really

curiosity danced in his eyes.

a look. Cedrick’s gaze seemed to convey a message

Gwendolyn retrieved a worn-out fairy tale book from the bedside table. Flipping through the pages, she began her

supporting his head as he absorbed every word of Gwendolyn’s storytelling. He couldn’t help but admire her ethereal

Villa, an aura of

Gwendolyn was surrounded by her little treasures, including

the prince at the grand ball, got married, and had two adorable little babies. They were never apart again and lived

Gwendolyn finished narrating the story, the main bedroom was filled with

of the bedside lamp, Cedrick and the two little children

faces, her eyes eventually

a gentle flick, she switched off the lamp, surrendering herself

aware of the rumors swirling around Zendaya calling Charles “Daddy” at the

opportunity

original words were extremely insulting and went far beyond just causing a

and

Cloudington Group incurred losses worth

our Cloudington Group, this is like a clear warning to our family. You have no idea who he is in the business world. He’s like a ruthless and decisive Grim Reaper. Cross him, and he can make even century-old empires crumble into

was utterly

was this? How could I possibly offend

was building up inside him. He saw Jessamyn’s

play innocent with me! This morning, the vice CEO of Jenson Group, Nico Jenson, personally informed me about the collaboration cancellation. He had this cold expression, and I knew he was clearly holding back his anger. When I asked him why, he told me to ask my

clue where the problem stemmed from. “Dad, I haven’t

Ignatius calm down as she questioned their daughter, “Jess, tell your father everything you did yesterday. We need to

“Okay.”

of bed, stepped onto the carpet, and, with a pat on her face, started to recount the events of the previous day. She had only done a few things, so she quickly narrated everything to her parents. Except for the blind date with Charles at Hotel Bella, there

around with a mistress, and get this, he even fathered an illegitimate child. He had the audacity to come for a date with me, probably hoping I’d legitimize his illegitimate

a mean streak a mile wide. She’s a mouthy little devil, and I couldn’t stand her. I lost my cool and lashed out at her a bit. After that, I reached out to some newspapers and reporters to expose Charles’ wild ways. But it looks like I didn’t give enough money, as no juicy

trying to make sense of

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